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Old Apr 18, 2016 | 12:30 PM
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I recently installed a J&W Speaker evolution II headlight in my bike. I noticed while aiming, the light pattern had a very obvious "stair step" to it. It began on the left and has two steps to the top. The right side is squared off. Im referring to the hot spot or concentrated light area in the center. Is this normal??
 
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Old Apr 18, 2016 | 01:18 PM
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this allows the light to hit the right shoulder, while not blinding drivers to your left

just about any light post 70's has lensing to focus the light in a similar way

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Old Apr 18, 2016 | 01:35 PM
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Originally Posted by shagnasty
I recently installed a J&W Speaker evolution II headlight in my bike. I noticed while aiming, the light pattern had a very obvious "stair step" to it. It began on the left and has two steps to the top. The right side is squared off. Im referring to the hot spot or concentrated light area in the center. Is this normal??
Yes it's normal. The LED light Patterns suck. At least my HD Reflector does....
 
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Old Apr 18, 2016 | 02:05 PM
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Thanks guys! I like the light so far. Not a lot of miles on it yet but it looks cool...and thats really what matters...lol
 
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Old Apr 18, 2016 | 02:11 PM
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Once you get comfortable with it, please do an indepth write up. I currently have the truck-lite but have been flirting with the idea of getting this one.


Thanks!
 
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will do. Headed out next Monday for a week of riding. Should have lots to write about once I get home.
 
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